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NOVEMBER 9, 2023, 2:00 p.m. - CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING CITY GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE MAYOR AND ALDERMENSAVANNAH, GEORGIA
The regular meeting of the City Council was held at 2:03 p.m. Mayor Johnson recognized Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter who introduced Bishop Raphael Watson, member of The New/Historic New Ogeechee Church Inc., under the leadership of Apostle Zinna Williams, Pastor to offer the invocation. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
PRESENT: Mayor Van R. Johnson, II, Presiding Alderwoman Kesha Gibson-Carter, At-Large, Post 1 Alderwoman Alicia Miller Blakely, At-Large, Post 2 Alderwoman Bernetta B. Lanier, District 1 Alderman Detric Leggett, District 2 Alderwoman Linda Wilder-Bryan, District 3 Alderman Nick Palumbo, District 4, Vice-Chairman Alderwoman Dr. Estella Edwards Shabazz, District 5, Mayor Pro-Tem Alderman Kurtis Purtee, District 6 ALSO, PRESENT: City Manager Joseph A. Melder Chief of Staff Daphanie Williams City Attorney Bates Lovett Clerk of Council Mark Massey Deputy Clerk of Council Margaret Fox |
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| APPROVAL OF AGENDA | |
| 1. Adoption of the Regular Meeting Agenda for November 9, 2023. | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to adopt/approve the agenda for November 9, 2023, seconded by Alderwoman Lanier and Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed, 8-0-1. Alderwoman Miller Blakely was not present for the vote. |
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| APPROVAL OF MINUTES | |
| 2. Approval of the Minutes for the Regular Meeting Held on October 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. | |
| Exhibit 1: Draft Minutes_October 26, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Item #2, seconded by Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed, 8-0-1. Alderwoman Miller Blakely was not present for the vote. |
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| PRESENTATIONS | |
| 3. Appearance by the Veterans Council of Chatham County to Introduce the New Veteran of the Year and the 2023 Veteran's Day Parade Grand Marshal. | |
Veterans Council of Chatham County Chairman Joe Higgins introduced the 2023 Veteran's Day Parade Grand Marshal, James W. Putney, Jr., and the 2023 Veteran of the Year, Tim Ansley. Grand Marshal Putney presented Mayor Johnson with the Challenge Coin. Also in attendance were Parade Adjuntant Mike Brady, and past Veterans of the Year Jerry Walker and Rich Noel. The Veteran's Parade is on Saturday beginning at 9:30 a.m. Mayor Johnson recognized those who have served in the military by asking audience members to stand if they served in the military. |
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| 4. Appearance by the Chatham Retired Educators Association (CREA) and Proclamation Recognizing November 5, 2023, as Georgia Retired Educators Day. | |
READ by Mayor Johnson and PRESENTED to Chatham Retired Educators Association President Carrie Howard. Also in attendance, President-Elect Princetta Simmons, Omie Floyd, Annette Smith, Dottie Platts, and Dr. Brenda Roberts. |
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| 5. A Proclamation and Recognition of the Stand Down for Homelessness Event in Support of National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week, from November 13 Through November 21. | |
READ by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan and Mayor Johnson, and PRESENTED to Executive Director of Chatham-Savannah Authority of the Homeless Jennifer DeLong. Ms. DeLong thanked Mayor and Council and invited the public to the grand opening tomorrow of the completion of twelve Tiny Homes for Veterans. |
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| 6. A Proclamation Recognizing November as National Runaway Prevention Month. | |
READ by Alderman Palumbo and Mayor Johnson and PRESENTED to Greenbriar Children's Center Executive Director Gena Taylor and Director of Family & Community Services Dr. Eric Mason. Park Place Outreach Executive Director Adriana Tatum-Howard thanked Mayor and Council for their support in helping the youth and their families in the community. Also in attendance were members of the Park Place Outreach Board of Directors. |
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| 7. A Proclamation Declaring November 12 Through November 18 as Literacy Week in the City of Savannah, Georgia. | |
READ by Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz and Mayor Johnson and PRESENTED to Founder and Chairman of Chatham Educational Alliance George Woods with Steering Committee Members, Rick Rooney and Terry O'Neil. Mr. Wood thanked Mayor and Council and invited all to attend the Monday night at The Lucas Theater of the Arts, Kareem Weaver's Right to Read. Executive Director of Future Minds Literacy in Adult Education and Chair of Read Savannah Dr. Zelonia Williams encouraged everyone to be mindful of adult literacy. She introduced Future Minds Taskforce Board Members: Leadership Mindset Coach, Organizational Development Consultant and Professional Speaker Victoria Baylor, Revenue Coordinator Megan Edwards, Executive Director of Royce Learning Center Ron Wilson, and Senior Officer of Teaching and Learning from Savannah-Chatham County Public School System Crystal Bell |
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| ALCOHOL LICENSE HEARINGS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE) | |
| 8. Approval of a Class E (Beer, Wine) (By the Package) Alcohol License to Alkesh Patel for Waters Market, a convenience store located at 4402 Waters Avenue. The establishment is located between East 59th and East 60th Streets in Aldermanic District 3. | |
| EXHIBIT 1- CHECKLIST - WATERS MARKET.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 2- DENSITY MAP- WATERS MARKET.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 3- ALCOHOL REPORTS - WATERS MARKET.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 4- MEASUREMENTS REPORT - WATERS MARKET.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 5- SECURITY PLAN- WATERS MARKET.pdf | |
HEARD after Item #24. Mayor Johnson declared the alcohol license hearings open for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13. No speaker(s). a. Alderman Leggett moved to close the alcohol license hearings for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. b. Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan moved to approve Item #8, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 9. Approval to add Class A (Caterer) (Liquor, Beer, and Wine) to their existing Class C (Liquor, Beer, and Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales to Ryan Williamson for Common Thread, a restaurant located at 122 East 37th Street. The establishment is located between Drayton and Abercorn Streets in Aldermanic District 2. | |
| EXHIBIT 1- CHECKLIST - COMMON THREAD.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 2- DENSITY MAP - COMMON THREAD.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 3- ALCOHOL REPORT - COMMON THREAD.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 4- MEASUREMENT REPORT - COMMON THREAD.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 5- SECURITY PLAN- COMMON THREAD.pdf | |
Mayor Johnson declared the alcohol license hearings open for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13. No speaker(s). a. Alderman Leggett moved to close the alcohol license hearings for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. b. Alderman Leggett moved to approve Item #9, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan and Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 10. Approval to add Class E (Beer, Wine) (By the Package) to their existing Class C (Beer, Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales to Ryan Williamson for Wildflower Café on Telfair Square, a restaurant located at 207 West Oglethorpe Avenue. The establishment is located between Jefferson and Barnard Streets in Aldermanic District 2. | |
| EXHIBIT 1- CHECKLIST - WILDFLOWER CAFE.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 2- DENSITY MAP- WILDFLOWER CAFE.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 3- ALCOHOL REPORTS - WILDFLOWER CAFE.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 4- MEASUREMENT REPORT - WILDFLOWER CAFE.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 5- SECURITY PLAN- WILDFLOWER CAFE.pdf | |
Mayor Johnson declared the alcohol license hearings open for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13. No speaker(s). a. Alderman Leggett moved to close the alcohol license hearings for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. b. Alderman Leggett moved to approve Item #10, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz, Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan and Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 11. Approval of a Class D (Liquor, Beer, and Wine) (By the Package) Alcohol License to Radseh Patel for Jack’s Package Shop, a package shop located at 3320 Ogeechee Road. The establishment is located between Mills B. Lane and Liberty Parkway in Aldermanic District 5. | |
| EXHIBIT 1- CHECKLIST- JACKS PACKAGE SHOP.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 2- DENSITY MAP- JACKS PACKAGE SHOP.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 3- ALCOHOL REPORTS - JACKS PACKAGE SHOP.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 4- MEASUREMENT REPORT - JACKS PACKAGE SHOP.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 5- SECURITY PLAN - JACKS PACKAGE SHOP.pdf | |
Mayor Johnson declared the alcohol license hearings open for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13. No speaker(s). a. Alderman Leggett moved to close the alcohol license hearings for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. b. Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Item #11, seconded by Alderwoman Lanier and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 12. Approval of a Class C (Liquor, Beer, and Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales to Taia Harris for King Oliver’s Creole Jazz Bar, a restaurant located at 514 Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard. The establishment is located between West Gaston and West Huntingdon Streets in Aldermanic District 2. | |
| EXHIBIT 1- CHECKLIST- KING OLIVERS CREOLE JAZZ BAR.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 2- DENSITY MAP- KING OLIVERS CREOLE JAZZ BAR.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 3- ALCOHOL REPORTS - KING OLIVERS CREOLE JAZZ BAR.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 4- MEASUREMENT REPORT - KING OLIVERS CREOLE JAZZ BAR.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 5- SECURITY PLAN - KING OLIVERS CREOLE JAZZ BAR.pdf | |
Mayor Johnson declared the alcohol license hearings open for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13. No speaker(s). a. Alderman Leggett moved to close the alcohol license hearings for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. b. Alderman Leggett moved to approve Item #12, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 13. Approval of a Class C (Liquor, Beer, and Wine) (By the Drink) Alcohol License with Sunday Sales to Osama Mustafa for Toast All Day, a restaurant located at 1 West Broughton Street. The establishment is located between Whitaker and Bull Streets in Aldermanic District 2. | |
| EXHIBIT 1- CHECKLIST -TOAST ALL DAY.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 2- DENSITY MAP -TOAST ALL DAY.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 3- ALCOHOL REPORTS -TOAST ALL DAY.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 4- MEASUREMENT REPORT - TOAST ALL DAY-.pdf | |
| EXHIBIT 5- SECURITY PLAN - TOAST ALL DAY.pdf | |
Mayor Johnson declared the alcohol license hearings open for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13. No speaker(s). a. Alderman Leggett moved to close the alcohol license hearings for Items #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, and #13, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. b. Alderman Leggett moved to approve Item #13, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan and Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| PUBLIC HEARINGS | |
| 14. Second Public Hearing to Receive Comments Concerning the City’s 2024 One Year Action Plan | |
| Exhibit 1: 2024 One Year Action Plan Proposed Budget.pdf | |
Mayor Johnson declared the second public hearing for Item #14 open. He indicated the first public hearing was held on July 26, 2023. No speaker(s). Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to close the public hearing for Item #14, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan and Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0.
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| ZONING HEARINGS | |
| 15. Petition of Joshua Yellin (agent) on Behalf of The Habersham School, Inc. (owner) for Bludworth Holdings, LLC to Change the Future Land Use Map Amendment from Residential – Suburban Single-family to Residential – General at 505 E. 54th Street (PIN 20086 27004) Aldermanic District 4. (File No. 23-004628-ZA). (Item continued by the Petitioner until November 21, 2023). | |
| Exhibit 1: MPC Report for 505 E. 54th Street (23-004628-ZA).pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Maps for 505 East 54th Street (23-004628-ZA).pdf | |
| Exhibit 3: 505 East 54th Street Site Proposal 09.09.2023.pdf | |
HEARD after Item #25. Alderman Palumbo moved to continue Items #15 and #16 to the November 21, 2023, City Council Meeting as requested by the petitioner, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 16. Petition of Joshua Yellin (agent) on Behalf of The Habersham School, Inc. (owner) for Bludworth Holdings, LLC to Rezone 1.37 Acres at 505 E. 54th Street (PIN 20086 27004) from RSF-6 (Residential Single Family-6) to RMF-2-19 (Residential Multi-family 2- 19 units per acre) Aldermanic District 4. (File No. 23-004627-ZA). (Item continued by the Petitioner until November 21, 2023). | |
| Exhibit 1: MPC Report for 505 East 54th Street (23-004627-ZA).pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Maps for 505 East 54th Street (23-004627-ZA).pdf | |
| Exhibit 3: Use and Development Standards.pdf | |
| Exhibit 4: 505 East 54th Street Site Proposal 09.09.2023.pdf | |
Alderman Palumbo moved to continue Items #15 and #16 to the November 21, 2023, City Council Meeting as requested by the petitioner, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| PURCHASING ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE) | |
| 17. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Financial Audit Services with Mauldin & Jenkins, LLC (LOCAL) in the amount of $139,000. The Financial Services Department will use this contract for the financial statements dated December 31, 2023. The City is required by state and federal regulations to undergo an annual external audit to determine whether the published financial statements are prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards. (Finance) | |
| Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Financial Audit Services.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Financial Audit Services.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #17, #18, #20, #22, and #23 per the City Manager's recommendations, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 18. Authorize the City Manager to Execute Contract Modification No. 1 for Rental Services with Big Truck Rental, LLC in an Amount Not to Exceed $150,000.The modification of this rental contract is aimed at maintaining the current equipment levels and ensuring the continuity of operations for the City of Savannah’s Residential Refuse Division. (Fleet Services) | |
| Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Knuckle Boom Rental.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Knuckle Boom Rental.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #17, #18, #20, #22, and #23 per the City Manager's recommendations, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 19. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Sports Equipment with Ridell All American Sports, Inc., in an Amount Not to Exceed $81,900. The Recreational and Leisure Services Division will utilize the sports equipment for the athletic sports programs and youth football teams. The items include helmets and pads and are being purchased as part of the City’s Recreation Reimagined initiative to improve recreational programming and services to the public. (Recreation & Leisure Services) | |
| Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Sports Equipment.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Sports Equipment.pdf | |
Alderwoman Gibson-Carter asked City Manager Melder if the funds included the Teams athletic programs (yes). Alderwoman Gibson-Carter asked the year to date allocation for the TAPS program. City Manager Melder answered, the total amount for the TAPS program was $250,000 and the City is on track with spending including cheerleading and track. The City expects to expand the program in the next fiscal year budget. Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz expressed thanks to City Manager Melder and staff for the support of the programs to assist parents with the expenses associated with sports programs. Mayor Johnson thanked City Council, City Manager Melder, and staff for the support of the sports programs. Alderwoman Gibson-Carter moved to approve Item #19, seconded by Alderwoman Miller Blakely and Alderman Leggett. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 20. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for One (1) Compact Track Loader and One (1) Skid Steer Loader with Bobcat of Savannah in the Amount of $161,760. The Compact Loader will be utilized by Park & Tree and the Skid Steer Loader will be utilized by Street Maintenance. The new loaders will be replacing units 7621 and 0202, which are planned replacements. (Fleet Services) | |
| Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Compact Loader & Skid Steer Loader.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Compact Loader & Skid Steer Loader.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #17, #18, #20, #22, and #23 per the City Manager's recommendations, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 21. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for One (1) 36 Passenger Bus with The Bus Center Atlanta, LLC., in the Amount of $188,717. The 36 Passenger Bus will be utilized for Senior Programming by the Recreation & Leisure Services Department. The new bus will be replacing unit #3614, which is a planned replacement for FY23. (Fleet Services) | |
| Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - 36 Passenger Bus.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - 36 Passenger Bus.pdf | |
Alderwoman Miller Blakely asked what area will be covered by this bus service. City Manager Melder indicated the service supports senior programming. As a Board Member of the Chatham Area Transit (CAT) Board, Alderman Leggett indicated, CAT had bus shuttle service for senior grocery shopping, but it was discontinued during COVID. That service will be reinstated by March 2024 for seniors wishing to use the bus shuttle service for grocery shopping. Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan thanked City Manager Melder for taking care of the City's elder babies. Alderwoman Miller Blakely moved to approve Item #21, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan and Alderman Purtee. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 22. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for Three (3) Dump Trucks with Freightliner of Savannah in the Amount of $794,145. The dump trucks will be utilized by the Water Reclamation Division and Street Cleaning Division. The new trucks will be replacing vehicles # 2831, #8892, and #5722, which are planned FY23 replacements. (Fleet Services) | |
| Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Dump Trucks.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Dump Trucks.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #17, #18, #20, #22, and #23 per the City Manager's recommendations, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 23. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Contract for One (1) Toro Turf Sprayer with Jerry Pate Turf and Irrigation in the Amount of $111,781. The new turf sprayer will be utilized by the City’s Park and Tree Department. The new turf sprayer will be replacing unit 2242, which is a planned FY23 replacement. (Fleet Services) | |
| Exhibit 1: Funding Verification - Turf Sprayer.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2: Purchasing Notes - Turf Sprayer.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #17, #18, #20, #22, and #23 per the City Manager's recommendations, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 24. Approval to Renew Out-of-Home Advertising on Hwy 278 and Hwy 170 with Adams Outdoor Advertising, in the Amount of $280,904. | |
HEARD after Item #7. Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Item #24, seconded by Alderwoman Lanier. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| RESOLUTIONS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE) | |
| 25. Approval of a Resolution Adopting the City of Savannah's 2024 One Year Action Plan, Authorize the City Manager to submit the plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and to enter into grant agreements with subrecipients. | |
| Exhibit 1: Resolution - 2024 One Year Action Plan.pdf | |
Heard after Item #14. Mayor Johnson thanked and recognized staff that worked diligently on the Federal Grant application. Community Services Chief Taffanye Young, Human Services Director Kerri Reid, and Grants Manager Tanya Wilcoxon thanked Mayor and Council for the opportunity to represent the City by submitting the Federal Grant application. Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Item #25, seconded by Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 26. Approval of a Resolution to Authorize the City Manager to Adopt and Execute the City of Savannah’s Updated Economic Development Administration Revolving Loan Fund (EDA RLF) Administrative Plan, to execute a Request to Defederalize the City’s RLF Award #04-39-04101, and to Execute an “Agreement to Release” the EDA Federal Interest in the Revolving Loan Fund | |
| Exhibit 1 Resolution - Savannah (Legacy) EDA RLF Administrative Plan Update.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2 EDA RLF Administrative Plan Update.pdf | |
| Exhibit 3 Savannah Request for Defederalization of Legacy EDA RLF Award.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz requested City Manager Melder to explain and outline the revolving loan fund and how the City uses the funds. Local and small business owners can contact The Small Business Association at www.sbacsav.com or call 912-232-4700 to get information on loans to support your business. Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Item #26, seconded by Alderwoman Lanier and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| AGREEMENTS | |
| 27. Authorize the City Manager to Accept a WorkSource Quality Jobs, Equity, Strategy and Training (QUEST) Disaster Recovery Dislocated Worker Grant Award in the Amount of $731,000. The award will be used to fund training activities for dislocated workers in key regional high demand industries. The City serves as the fiduciary agent for the ten-county region. | |
| QUEST Grant. Statement of Award.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Item #27, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan and Alderman Palumbo. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| REAL ESTATE ITEMS - (CITY MANAGER RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF ALL ITEMS IN THIS SECTION UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE) | |
| 28. Authorize the City Manager to Approve a Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement and Acceptance of a Deed of Open Space/Park Sites at Eastern Wharf. | |
| Exhibit 1 - Eastern Wharf - Limited Warranty Deed to City of Savannah.doc | |
| Exhibit 2 - Pedestrian Access Easement Agreement - 4860-6909-1636 v.5.docx | |
| Exhibit 3 - Map Attachment Eastern Wharf.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #28, #29, and #30, seconded by Alderwoman Lanier and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 29. Authorize the City Manager to Execute Sewer and Drainage Pipeline Easements with the Secretary of the Army on Hunter Army Airfield | |
| Exhibit 1 - Map Attachment HAAF Easements.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2 - Easement 20-0058 - HAAF Easements.pdf | |
| Exhibit 3 - Easement 23-0044 - HAAF Easements.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #28, #29, and #30, seconded by Alderwoman Lanier and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 30. Authorize the City Manager to Execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the Acquisition of Real Property for $13,000 located at 5215 Augusta Road, Garden City, GA to facilitate the installation of a Water & Sewer Infrastructure Project. | |
| Exhibit 1 - Map Attachment - Westside Truck Sales.pdf | |
| Exhibit 3 - PSA - Westside Truck Sales.pdf | |
| Exhibit 2 - Plat - Westside Truck Sales.pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #28, #29, and #30, seconded by Alderwoman Lanier and Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| MISCELLANEOUS | |
| 31. Approval of a Major Subdivision, Sister’s Corner Subdivision. The property is in Aldermanic District 2 located at Abercorn Street and 37th Street. | |
| Exhibit 1: Plat: Major Subdivision: Sister’s Corner Subdivision. pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #31, #32, and #33, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 32. Approval of a Major Subdivision for Eastern Wharf. The subject property is in the established lands known as Eastern Wharf, Aldermanic District 2. The proposed totals 7.711 acres and will consist of 12 varying lot sizes. | |
| Exhibit 1: Plat: Major Subdivision of the Lands Known as Fill Area West, Parcel C-5, Parcel U-3, and Parcel C-6B being a portion of Eastern Wharf. pdf | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #31, #32, and #33, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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| 33. Approval of a Major Subdivision, Edgewater Phase 1A New Hampstead Subdivision. The property is located in Aldermanic District 5, East of Little Neck Rd Savannah, GA and north of the intersection of Little Neck Road and New Hampstead Parkway. | |
| Exhibit 1: Plat: Major Subdivision: Edgewater Phase 1A New Hampstead Subdivision. | |
Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz moved to approve Items #31, #32, and #33, seconded by Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan. The motion passed unanimously, 9-0-0. |
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ANNOUNCEMENTS: Alderwoman Wilder-Bryan announced a diabetes workshop at Stillwell Towers. Time to be announced. Mayor Johnson announced the City will hold the FY2024 Council Budget Retreat on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, 8:30am - 5:00pm in the Civic Center Ballroom. The public is invited to attend or can view the meeting on the City's web site. Alderman Palumbo announced today is the birthday of Mayor Pro-Tem Dr. Shabazz. Alderman Leggett announced there will be a Turkey drive on Monday at Walmart. Alderman Purtee announced the birthday of Alderman Palumbo on Saturday, November 11. Mayor Johnson announced the Honorable Glynda Jones, Board of Elections, was in the audience for today's Council Meeting. Mayor Johnson announced the passing of former Georgia State Senator Diana Harvey Johnson's husband, Herman Lee Riley. Mayor and Council sends condolences to the family. Mayor Jonnson announced the closing of City offices tomorrow, Friday, November 10, in observance of Veteran's Day.
Mayor Johnson adjourned the Regular Meeting at 3:06 p.m.
The video recordings of the Regular Meeting can be found by copying and inserting the link below in your url:
https://savannahgovtv.viebit.com/player.php?hash=wshYZBTM13iumo7D
Mark Massey, Clerk of Council
Date Minutes Approved: November 21, 2023
Signature: MM |
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